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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in elearning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations are having to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these compelling new open educational initiatives. Professors want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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